In the last few days, efforts have been intensified for a ceasefire in . The pressures exerted mainly on his side are great and there is optimism that the proceedings may proceed even within the next few days.
For this reason. However, there are conflicting reports about the Israeli leader’s movements and how close a ceasefire is.
For its part, Reuters, citing sources briefed on the meetings, claims that an agreement is expected to be signed in the coming days. However, it would not be the first time there has been movement for a possible ceasefire and talks have broken down.
Meanwhile, Hamas has said a ceasefire deal is possible, but only if Israel does not set new conditions.
“Hamas confirms that in light of the serious and positive discussions taking place today in Doha under the auspices of our brothers from Qatar and Egypt, it is possible to reach an agreement on a ceasefire and exchange of prisoners (i.e. hostages in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners from Israel) if the occupation (including Israel) stops imposing new conditions,” it said in a statement Hamas.
The denial by Netanyahu’s representative
A few minutes after the Reuters report came the refutation from the Israeli side. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s spokesman Omer Dostri denied reports that Netanyahu was going to Cairo to negotiate the hostage deal in a post on X/Twitter on Tuesday.
“Contrary to the wave of rumours, Prime Minister Netanyahu is not in Cairo” he says in his post.
Contrary to the wave of rumors – Prime Minister Netanyahu is not in Cairo, and there is no news regarding the late Eli Cohen.
— Omer Dostri – Omer Dostri (@omerdos)
Later came a denial from Egypt. A well-informed Egyptian source rejected claims made in some media reports about a possible visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Cairo, Al-Qahera News reported on Tuesday.
The optimistic message from the USA
Amid the conflicting reports, White House spokesman John Kirby said in an interview with Fox News that he believes the parties are moving closer to a long-awaited ceasefire.
He reportedly stated: “We believe – and the Israelis have said this – that we’re getting closer, and without a doubt, we believe that, but we’re also cautious in our optimism. We’ve been in this position before, where we didn’t make it across the finish line.”. Instead, he did not respond when asked if Mr. Netanyahu traveled to Cairo for talks.
It is worth noting that Israeli negotiators were in Doha on Monday trying to bridge the gaps between Israel and Hamas over the deal outlined by US President Joe Biden on May 31.
